Chapter 166: Let Michael Eat Dog Shit
A hand appeared on Catherine's waist.
The well-defined hand rested on her slender waist, looking as if it could completely wrap around it, stirring a trace of restlessness in Alexander's heart.
Alexander followed her gaze and said in a low voice while rubbing her hand, "That's Owen's daughter, Paloma Harrison. She's not in good health, so she rarely comes out. It's normal that you don't know her."
"Is she married?"
This was the first time Alexander had seen Catherine curious about someone else's business, and he smiled indulgently at her question.
"No, Paloma had a serious illness years ago and has been recovering ever since. I've never heard anything about her getting married."
Not married, so maybe that strange guess of hers was wrong.
Catherine looked away, and as soon as she turned around, Alexander pulled her into his arms. Her curvy body in the form-fitting dress pressed completely against him, making Catherine let out a muffled grunt.
Her hands pressed against his chest, feeling his defined abs beneath her palms. Each muscle was so prominent that it made Catherine's palms feel hot.
Her face flushed as she said with slight annoyance, "Alexander! What are you doing?"
Alexander held Catherine's waist firmly, not letting her move.
To others, it looked like Catherine and Alexander were embracing and talking intimately. Since they were an engaged couple anyway, no one thought anything was wrong.
Alexander's voice was low as it fell on Catherine's ear.
"Nothing much, just letting them know that you're mine!"
Catherine might not realize how outstanding she was. When she came in, countless eyes were on her!
Those blatant stares made him very unhappy!
Alexander lifted Catherine's delicate chin with his hand, looking down at her beautiful, charming face. Those eyes rippled like autumn waters, drawing him in deeply.
"Catherine, I don't mind spending more time getting you to accept me. But during this time, I can't allow anyone to covet you! Unless you tell me you don't like me, then maybe I'll reconsider how to pursue you."
His handsome face drew closer to Catherine's, so close she could clearly see his long lashes and the jealousy in his eyes.
Was he jealous?
Alexander moved even closer, their noses touching, their breaths intertwining.
"So tell me, do you like me?"
Catherine was at a loss for words, not quite understanding why Alexander would ask such a question at this moment.
Did she like Alexander? Actually, she wasn't sure herself!
Catherine thought about it, meeting Alexander's expectant gaze, and answered honestly, "I don't know."
Don't know—not dislike, and not hate either!
This meant Catherine at least had a place for him in her eyes, even if she didn't realize it yet. One day she would be won over by him!
Infinite joy surged in Alexander's heart, his low voice echoing in Catherine's ear.
"One last question, may I kiss you?"
Before Catherine could react, a kiss swept across her lips, as if marking her with Alexander's scent.
It seemed... not so unpleasant after all.
Catherine looked up, meeting Alexander's tender, affectionate gaze.
"So what are you doing? Asserting your claim?"
"No, I'm stamping my mark! Letting them know I'm your possession. After all, even if you don't mind, I don't want you to misunderstand me after seeing bad news."
After all, it was already hard enough getting Catherine to look at him twice.
If those messy people appeared in front of Catherine, all his efforts would be for nothing!
Their intimate behavior, as if no one else existed, was enough to make many people back off, especially those eyeing Catherine!
Anyone with eyes would know what to do from now on.
But some people were blind.
Michael walked up with a glass of red wine. "Ms. Windsor and Mr. Howard's relationship is truly enviable. We single people are dying of jealousy."
Alexander looked at Michael with a cold expression and said mercilessly, "Any random person dares to speak in front of me now. Looks like the Hughes family didn't teach you well."
Catherine said coolly, "Indeed, the Hughes family's people even hit my employee yesterday. Seems like shamelessness is their family culture."
The smile on Michael's face froze!
He had kindly come over to say hello, hoping Catherine could introduce him to Dominic later. After all, the unpleasantness with Dominic at the gallery before was because of Catherine.
Seeing how much Dominic valued Catherine, as long as he pleased her, he could definitely improve the relationship between Dominic and the Hughes family!
Thinking of this, Michael gritted his teeth and forced out a smile.
"Ms. Windsor, I'm truly sorry for offending you before. I'm here to apologize. This is also my grandfather's wish. Whatever you need me to do to calm down, just say it. As long as I can do it, I'll do whatever it takes!"
Michael's eyes were full of determination, and his gaze at Catherine carried some greed.
Catherine was really beautiful, with a graceful, slender figure, yet also cool and spirited, making his heart itch.
Before Michael could say what was on his lips, his knee was kicked, and with a thud, he knelt directly before Catherine!
Another kick landed on Michael's back, and the sharp pain made him cry out miserably!
He even clearly heard the sound of his own bones breaking.
Alexander's movements were too fast. Michael didn't even have a chance to dodge before he was on the ground!
"Next time you look at her with those eyes, you can say goodbye to your eyeballs."
Michael wanted to cry!
Meeting Alexander's murderous gaze, he quickly nodded, whimpering and unable to say a word.
Catherine's gaze was icy. Her high heel landed on Michael's face, giving it a kick.
"Michael, you really don't need to be so polite. Even if you beg me for mercy, I won't forgive you. Besides, you're the Hughes family's illegitimate son after all. Being this shameless, what about the Hughes family's dignity?"
People around saw the commotion and were shocked!
They didn't expect Alexander to care so much about Catherine that he would personally take action just because Michael was disrespectful to her.
Michael really was a disgraceful illegitimate son, doing such embarrassing things!
Hearing the surrounding discussions about him, Michael felt anxious.
The good reputation he had worked so hard to build recently was about to be ruined.
No, he couldn't let that happen. He still wanted to become the Hughes family heir. All of that belonged to him!
Michael endured the severe pain in his body and spoke to Catherine.
"Ms. Windsor, I was wrong! Please forgive me. Otherwise, tell me what to do, and I'll do anything!"
Catherine curved her lips, took Alexander's arm, her eyes cold.
"Is that so? Michael, you're making this too hard on yourself. I'm not someone who likes to make things difficult for others. If you want me to forgive you, it's not impossible. There's dog shit in the yard—go eat it!"